A Day in the Field – Women at Work
July 14, 2026
UNC Peacock Fellow Khadija Muhammad brings us into the field with the “Women at Work” program.
UNC Peacock Fellow Khadija Muhammad brings us into the field with the “Women at Work” program.
“What we are creating is an opportunity beyond the football pitch.”
‘Football may last for a season, but the impact on the community lasts much longer.”
“To make aid more effective, we need to ensure these local leaders play more than just a supporting role in their own stories. They need to be the main characters.
“The experience will open their eyes to the possibilities that football can create beyond the pitch.”
“These programs might be the difference between a young man choosing to speak to a friend about what is on his mind, rather than resorting to drugs to cope.”
“I first loved the soccer program because it included girls, who are often left out of organized sports in Kenya.”
“Preparedness begins long before an outbreak reaches a border, and with strong community networks in place, Kenya is better equipped to detect, respond, and save lives.”
“These may seem like small things, but for me, they are all new doors opening.”
“Prioritising these communities is not only a matter of equity but also essential for achieving national impact, because prevention efforts are most effective when they reach those most vulnerable.”